Those of you who follow my tweets and Facebook status updates know that I’ve been working on a blacksmithing video documentary for a class in my grad school program.
I’m happy to say that Part 1 of the documentary is finally complete:
Old Traditions in a New World from Laura Rush on Vimeo.
Part 2 should be finished within the next couple of weeks, and I’ll post it here when it’s done.
It was a great experience to be able to work with everyone at the Blacksmiths’ Guild of the Potomac. I was warmly welcomed into their community, and I feel honored that I was able to get to know them and tell the rest of the world what a fantastic group of people they are.
I love your doc. can’t wait for part 2.
Really nice job Laura, how impressive and a very interesting topic!
Ms. Luara, I must commend your efforts and compliment your work. This first part is constructed very well, and your messages are clear to the point and filled with example. It’s unfortunate that the reality is that the craft although not dead….and showing less of an interest especially with our younger generations, whom seem to be more interested in psp’s, wii, and computer games. I look forward to seeing the rest of your documentary. One behalf of the craft thank you.
Excellent work. Congratulations. I look forward to part 2.
I loved your doc, it fetured my dad Phil Heath and was really good to see him all the way over here in Devon England. It brought back memories of the old family blacksmiths in the town where i still live
Very descriptive & interesting documentary—good job! The BGOP members are a wonderful, & very talented group. Their demonstrations at public events actually capture the rapt attention of the younger generation, & they ask lots of questions. Two of my younger grandchildren (1 boy/1 girl) are already enjoying hammering iron & making functional items.
I anticipate reading Part 2. Thanks!!
Thanks so much to everyone for all your kind words. This is the first piece I’ve ever put together, so to hear that people liked it is so rewarding (and motivating!). I’m still working on Part 2 — it will be posted sometime soon, and I hope that you like it, too.
Laura,
Really nice job on this piece. Eager to see what you can do in our Interactive Skills class.
Prof. Hatch
Really hard to believe this is your first effort. Really well shot, edited, narrated … I think you’ve got film making in your blood.
Good Job Laura!
Nice to see how you brought it all together. Very well done and thank you for the intrest in our work.
Laura this is fantastic. I will be looking forward to the next part. You did a fantastic job.
Hello Laura
We are all very privileged to have such a well-done archive of our place and friends. Thank you for your kindness and courteous presence at the site of the forge. We hope you enjoy everyone on your return to make your next one.